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Illinois made a bold promise to end poverty. In Alexander County, it’s hard to tell.
This story, produced in partnership with Southern Illinois University journalism students, was supported by grant funding from the Pulitzer Center. Pink and purple toys line the living room of this tiny public housing apartment in Cairo at Illinois’ southern border. A doorway leads to the only other room: a small bedroom that Kaneesha Mallory shares with her 4-year-old daughter Bre’Chelle.
Sikeston storm survivor tells her story
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – Sikeston resident Retikeo Buchanan recounts what happened when a severe storm hit her property on May 26. Buchanan says she was asleep when the tornado hit Sikeston. She woke to the noise of the storm on her doorstep that evening. She says she awoke thinking...
Police release number of shootings in Cape Girardeau so far in 2024
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The number of shootings in Cape Girardeau so far this year is slightly fewer than the number of shootings the city saw this time in 2023. According to Cape Girardeau police, officers have discovered evidence of 68 shootings between January 1 and June 11 in 2024.
Sikeston man sentenced to 20 years on state charges for pointing gun at officer
SCOTT COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) - A man has been sentenced on state charges, in addition to federal charges, for pointing a gun at an officer. Ruben Ramirez was recently sentenced to 20 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections. According to a release from Scott County Prosecuting Attorney Donald Cobb,...
Man facing charge after police say he walked naked down road in Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A man faces a sexual misconduct charge after police say he walked naked in the road in Cape Girardeau. Justin Volodymir Rush faces a charge of sexual misconduct – 1st degree – 1st offense. Police responded to the 500 block of Siemers...
Water main break leaves Wickliffe with a boil water advisory and water loss
WICKLIFFE, KY — The city of Wickliffe, Kentucky, is under a boil water advisory after a water main break near the city park is causing water loss for most of the city. The city says it is working to address the issue. Updates will be posted on the City of Wickliffe, Kentucky, Facebook page.
Cape Girardeau community reacts to Gun Violence Task Force
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - “I would say that my level of concern for safety for myself and my staff has definitely grown over the past couple of years,” Philip Goggin said. Goggin is a local business owner and said he has concerns about gun violence in the...
Avoiding heat-related illnesses
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - As summer gets going, the temperature continues to rise. And if you’re working or playing outdoors, you need to be mindful of your time in the sun. Many Cape Girardeau-area people are heading to Cape Splash to cool off. Tons of people were at...
Nice again today, hot and humid air on the way
(KFVS) - Good afternoon. Schedule some time to go outside today and enjoy the great weather we are having! The slightly cooler and less humid air will stick around today before the heat and humidity start to move back in tomorrow. Wednesday will still be nice but a bit warmer, with highs rising into the mid to upper 80s. As an area of high pressure begins to move over our area by the end of the week, expect much warmer and more humid conditions.
First Alert Tuesday Morning Outlook
One more relatively mild day for today before a gradual warming trend kicks in. In fact we’re still forecasting our first real taste of summer by the upcoming weekend. In the short term, it will be unusually cool once again this morning, with a little patchy ground fog possible. Then it will be mainly sunny and pleasant, with afternoon highs near 80° and dew point temps only in the low to mid 50s. After another fairly cool night, Wednesday will still be nice but a bit warmer, with highs making into the mid 80s.
Riverboat season starts in Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - “Especially with what I hear is coming, high humidity and all that, but very nice out,” said Todd Milfeld. He is taking advantage of the mid-June breeze while it’s here. The American Melody is the first riverboat to make a stop in...
Cape Central students start own basketball team
The Mavericks, a basketball team playing in the 2024 Summer Boys High School Basketball League at the Cape Girardeau Sportsplex, are a group of friends who decided to create their own team. A few of the boys have played for the Cape Central Tigers while others have not made the team for one reason or another.
Sunday Morning Weather Outlook
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Good morning, heartland and happy Sunday. We’re starting our morning off with some wet conditions as we still track overnight storms and showers. Now the severe threat level has weakened significantly since last night. Our main hazards for today will be flash flooding, gusty winds, and large hail. Storms and rain will stay consistent for our Sunday with a second line of storms developing later in the afternoon however, dryer conditions are expected by this evening.
Lutheran Family and Children’s Services warns public on diaper shortage
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) is raising awareness about a critical issue facing Missouri families: diaper need. LFCS has offices serving St. Louis, Cape Girardeau, Springfield and Mid-Missouri. A lack of funding is depleting diaper banks across the state, including LFCS’s Cape...
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